Officials issue air quality alert due to fire at Maine trash facility

An air quality alert has been issued as a fire continues to burn at an Orrington trash facility.

Bangor Murder Suspect Was Released From Prison Early

Richard Keith Thorpe is charged with murder in the strangling death of 39-year-old Virginia Cookson

Golden Endorsed by U.S. Chamber Ahead of Debate with Theriault

Golden is facing Republican Austin Theriault in next month’s election

New Jersey motorcyclist killed after moose collision in Maine

A motorcyclist was killed after colliding with a moose in Piscataquis County.

Federal officials say whale found dead in Massachusetts was entangled in Maine fishing gear

Maine fishing gear is being blamed for the death of an endangered right whale that washed up on Martha’s Vineyard in January.

Mainers Spend Over $1,000 Annually on Car Repairs from Rough Roads

That report is based on federal and state Department of Transportation data

Maine man accused of shooting at vehicle involved in police pursuit

A Maine man faces charges after police say he shot at a vehicle that was being chased by officers in Acton.

Woman who lost husband and son in Lewiston shooting uses probate process to obtain gunman’s records

A woman who lost her husband and son in Maine’s deadliest shooting is seeking the gunman’s health and military records through the probate process.

Portland Ranked Among Top Small Cities in America

The study from WalletHub compared more than 1,300 cities based their safety, affordability and quality of life.

Portland Considers Zoning Changes to Increase City Density

The Press Herald reports the possible zoning changes are aimed at promoting a denser city.